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Dr. Homer Hartman Stryker biography

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… 1913. He attended Western State Normal College, now Western Michigan University, graduating in 1916. After teaching in a … County physician in 1929 and 1930 and practiced general medicine until 1936, when he returned to University Hospital … The company's goal continued to be helping patients lead healthier, more active lives through products and services …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14108

Western schedules back-to-campus COVID-19 vaccination clinics

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… Submitted by Joe VanDerBos on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Sindecuse Health Center will host special return-to-campus COVID-19 … for one of 22 incentive scholarships . Drive or walk to the health center parking Lot 40 and request a COVID-19 vaccine …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/64860

Broncos Lead internship unlocks sport management student's potential

College of Education and Human Development

… not part of Gracie Shettler's original game plan in Western Michigan University's sport management program. However, … in guest speakers that talk about the importance of mental health. Gracie Shettler helped teach children during … offered through the Department of Human Performance and Health Education , provides the student with the academic …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/08/shettler-broncos-lead-internship-sport-managment-experience

Biggest Loser star Mike Danley discusses lifestyle changes

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… Danley KALAMAZOO--Coach Mike Danley, a graduate of Western Michigan University who lost 96 pounds since participating … to his alma mater to share his message of motivation, health and wellness. Danley, a former Bronco football player … by a question-and-answer session and a complimentary healthy foods reception at 7 p.m. Representatives from WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/338

Employees urged to attend Benefits and Wellness Expo

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… upcoming Benefits and Wellness Expo will provide Western Michigan University employees an opportunity to learn more … and take part in a wide range of activities to improve health and wellness. The Expo is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, … range from TIAA, Fidelity and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to Holtyn & Associates, WMU Western Wellness and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35811

WMU secures federal grant to battle opioid epidemic

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… Mich.—A major funding boost will soon give Western Michigan University students hands-on experience in … the opioid epidemic that is ravaging communities across Michigan. The $1.35 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration will support …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54593

Some WMU offices reduce hours, close over spring recess

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… Day. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some campus services at Western Michigan University will be on reduced hours during spring … run on its Saturday reduced hours March 5-10. Sindecuse Health Center and its pharmacy  are closed Saturday and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45319

Winifred D. Fraser obituary

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… (not verified) on Fraser Dr. Winifred D. Fraser, Western Michigan University trustee emerita, died Feb. 29. She … president of both the Women's Economic Club and the Mental Health Association of Michigan. A celebration of Fraser's life is planned for late …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/288

WMU's Unified Clinics receives $1.5M state appropriation

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… Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is slated to receive a $1.5 million … that annually serves more than 5,000 patients in Southwest Michigan and beyond and operates under the auspices of the University's College of Health and Human Services. State Sen. Margaret O'Brien, who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49481

Working to say 'goodbye' to forever chemicals

W Magazine

… substances (PFAS), which cause a wide range of adverse health effects, are pervasive in the environment and … will reduce PFAS exposure for 100 million Americans. Michigan, which is home to more PFAS sites than any other … Lakes and Energy, enacted its own PFAS standards under the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act in 2020. But the new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75868